In the United States women currently, represent 47% of the nation’s workforce. These women dominate the physical therapy, speech therapy, and social work industries,s with their numbers expected to increase. Perhaps most importantly, 70% of women in the workforce have children under the age of 18 and 40% of these women are the primary or… Read More
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Maternity Leave Washington
You are having a baby. Congratulations! If you are a working mother and are expecting a child, you have rights with respect to your employer. The Evergreen State provides certain protections to expecting mothers regarding how long they can take time off from work, how they will return to their jobs, and other rights. Washington… Read More
State and Federal Rights of Pregnant Women and New Parents
If you are a California woman who has concerns about starting a family because of possible implications for your career, you are not alone. Women frequently fear that they will not be allowed to compete in the workplace due to pregnancy and the responsibilities of raising a family. The truth is, women are guaranteed protections… Read More
Going Back to Work After the Baby: Tips for Surviving the Return from Paternity Leave
More and more fathers are exercising their right to take advantage of the rights provided to them by the Family Medical Leave Act (and other similar state laws). These laws require employers who are subject to their requirements to hold jobs open while new parents care for and bond with their newborn child. Thankfully, more… Read More